We are your licensed local electrical specialists in Leonardo, Middletown & Monmouth New Jersey
⚡️Expert electrical solutions for modern living from EV charger installations and hot tub/spa wiring to outdoor backyard lighting & outlets, panel upgrades and whole home safety electrical inspections and repairs.
Most panel upgrades, EV chargers, and hot tub circuits require a municipal electrical permit and inspection. We handle all that for you so the work done is legal and insurable.
Electrical Repairs
Detailed troubleshooting, repairs and fixture installs perfect for Monmouth homeowners.
Dead outlets, buzzing switches, and mystery breaker trips get traced and fixed.
Electrical Inspections
Detailed safety inspections perfect for homeowners, homebuyers, and peace of mind. Warm outlets, buzzing breakers, and lights that dim when the AC starts are overload or connection problems. Those are inspection items, not DIY fixes.
Hot Tub, Spa & Pool Electrical Issues & Installs
Hot tub and pool circuits need GFCI protection, bonding, and a dedicated 240V run. Skipping that is a common reason inspections fail & injuries happen.
These need dedicated 240V circuits, GFCI protection, and proper bonding.
EV Charger Installation
A Level 2 charger often needs a dedicated 40–60 amp circuit. Many local homes are still on 100-amp service. We check that first so you don’t buy a charger your panel can’t support.
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A Level 2 charger often needs a dedicated circuit and a panel check first.
Electrical Panel Upgrades
If your home was built between the 1950s and 1980s, you may have a Federal Pacific or Zinsco panel. These breakers can fail to trip. We identify them during a standard inspection and tell you plainly.
Home Rewiring
Homes built roughly 1965–1973 may have aluminum branch wiring. Loose connections there overheat. We check for it during inspections and offer a rewiring service.
Why Homeowners Call Us First
Most people don’t call an electrician because they want a science lesson. They call because something feels off — flickering lights, a hot tub that needs power, a new EV in the driveway, or a home inspector who just mentioned the panel.
Here’s what usually matters in Monmouth County homes before the first wire is pulled:
🔴 The panel brand matters more than how new the house feels.
Federal Pacific and Zinsco panels are still sitting in a lot of local houses. They can look fine and still be a safety and insurance problem. We check the panel first so you know whether you’re dealing with a small repair or a necessary upgrade.
🔴 An EV charger is often a panel project first.
A Level 2 charger needs capacity, a dedicated circuit, and usually a permit. We assess the existing service before recommending a charger. That way you’re not sold equipment your home can’t support.
🔴 Flickering lights and warm outlets are not cosmetic.
Those symptoms often point to loose connections, overloaded circuits, or outdated wiring. We treat them as safety issues, not “we’ll look at it later” items.
🔴 A lot of this work needs a township permit.
Panel upgrades, EV circuits, and hot tub wiring typically require inspection. Unpermitted work can stall a sale and create insurance problems. We handle the permit process so the job is legal and insurable.
🔴 We show up during business hours and do the job clean.
We are not a 24-hour emergency company. Monday–Friday 8–5 and Saturday 8–1, we can usually get you on the schedule same-day or next-day. You get a licensed local contractor, upfront pricing, and work that holds up when the inspector walks through.
*Call (908) 461-8718 or request service if you want the electrical side handled before it becomes a bigger problem.
What Most Homeowners Don’t Realize Before They Call:
👉 Your breaker panel brand matters more than how new the house feels. Federal Pacific and Zinsco panels are still in many Monmouth County homes and should be replaced as soon as possible, not ignored.
👉An EV charger is often a panel project first. We assess capacity before recommending a charger.
👉Flickering lights and warm outlets are safety issues, not cosmetic ones.
👉A lot of electrical work here needs a township permit. Unpermitted work can stall a home sale.
👉We are not a 24-hour emergency service. If you need work during business hours, we can usually schedule a speedy same-day or next-day service.
About Us
Joe Bonadonna
🔸Owner/Operator
JGB Electric, located in Leonardo, NJ is your local premier choice for electrical installations, EV charging solutions and hot tub/home spa installations.
Focusing on quality and expertise, we provide a top-notch service to residential and commercial clients in Middletown Township, Monmouth County and surrounding areas.
Led by licensed electrical contractor Joe Bonadonna, our team is dedicated to delivering reliable and licensed electrical solutions that stand out in the industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly can you come out for service?
We offer same-day and next-day service throughout Monmouth County during our normal business hours. Call us and we’ll give you the soonest available time.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. JGB Electric LLC is fully licensed by the State of New Jersey (#34EB01858500) and fully insured for your protection.
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes. We provide free, no-obligation quotes for all electrical work.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Monmouth County from our shop in Leonardo / Middletown, including Red Bank, Rumson, Holmdel, Fair Haven, Eatontown, Tinton Falls, Long Branch, Sea Bright, Deal, Freehold, Manalapan, Ocean Township, Colts Neck, Howell, Lincroft, Atlantic Highlands, and surrounding towns.
Do you work on older homes?
Absolutely. We specialize in updating older electrical systems, including Federal Pacific panels, aluminum wiring, and outdated outlets while keeping your home safe and code-compliant.
What services do you offer?
We handle EV charger installation, electrical panel upgrades, hot tub & spa wiring, recessed lighting, smoke & CO alarms, attic fan repair (no installs), ceiling fans, outlet & switch repairs, and general electrical troubleshooting.
Do you offer emergency services after hours?
No. JGB Electric does not provide emergency services outside of our standard business hours: Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM. For after-hours electrical emergencies, please contact your local emergency services or utility company.
Recessed Lighting & Ceiling Fans
Beautiful energy-efficient lighting upgrades and professional fan installations.
We plan the layout and install LED cans that look clean and actually light the room.
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Service Areas
PROUDLY SERVING ALL OF MONMOUTH COUNTY NJ!
We regularly work in:
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Middletown, Leonardo, Red Bank, Rumson, Holmdel, Fair Haven,
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Eatontown, Tinton Falls, Long Branch, Sea Bright, Deal,
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Freehold, Manalapan, Ocean Township, Colts Neck,
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Howell, Lincroft, and Atlantic Highlands.
What Your Monmouth County Neighbors Say About JGB Electric
Business Hours
We work Mon–Fri 8–5 and Sat 8–1. We do not offer after-hours emergency service unless by special appointment.
Monday - Friday
8 am - 5 pm
Saturday
8 am - 1 pm
Sunday
By Appointment